BFA in Music Education

USA

What will I learn?

Inspire the next generation of musical artists as a music educator. And future musicians aren’t the only people you’ll influence. As a music educator, you’ll activate the inner artist in young people whose future professions are limitless.

Centered in child development and music cognition, our program prepares you to teach and supervise music in public schools. Our music education degree meets Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction certification requirements for the Music K-12 license. Through guidance from experienced music educators and a diverse network of school placements, you’ll be equipped to meet the demands of today’s classroom. That’s why our students emerge well prepared to become certified music educators. In fact, we consistently have 100% employment rates for our graduates – and you’ll find them in public and private school settings in urban, suburban and rural communities across Wisconsin.

Our BFA in Music Education program is a comprehensive, four-year program that provides a strong foundation in music theory, history, performance and teaching. Upon entrance into the program, you’ll receive multiple opportunities to observe and gain hands-on experience from Milwaukee area teachers in a variety of settings to help you identify your interests and strengths within the spectrum of music teaching.

We support you during every step on your journey to becoming a music teacher. You’ll participate in field experiences focused on helping you successfully respond to different cultures in the classroom. Our faculty and education partners are all experienced educators with a deep commitment to supporting the next generation of teachers. And because you are an artist yourself, we are committed to helping you develop yourself creatively along the way.

Licensure – Our music education degree meets Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction certification requirements for the Music K-12 license.

Post Baccalaureate – Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree in music or an equivalent area (subject to faculty review) are eligible to apply for post baccalaureate studies in music education. Through these studies, students complete remaining undergraduate coursework and requirements leading to a recommendation for certification to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to teach music in grades K-12.

Which department am I in?

Peck School of the Arts

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
$22,020.00 (18,57,914) per year
Start date

September 2025

Venue

Peck School of the Arts

2400 E. Kenwood Blvd.,

MILWAUKEE,

Wisconsin,

53211, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$22,398.00 (18,89,808) per year
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment - 800
Start date

May 2025

Venue

Wisconsin-Milwaukee Campus

Milwaukee,

Milwaukee,

Wisconsin,

53211, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students who are graduating high school seniors or high school graduates (or equivalent) who haven’t previously attended a college or university.

TOEFL IBT: 79 or higher

TOEFL PBT: 548 or higher

IELTS/IELTS Indicator: 6.5 or higher

Duolingo: 120 or higher

PTEA: 56 or higher

IB: 5 in HL English

British A-level: C or Better

Fall (September) Semester Applications: March 1

Spring (January) Semester Applications: December 1

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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